- #1 Horn of Balance
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Martijn den Hollander
Windows
Explore an intricate new world of secrets and adventure. Features solid 2D Zelda-like gameplay, 12 vast non-linear dungeons and a wholesome story about the young golem Linden.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Nonlinear 18%, Action RPG 17.4%, Exploration 9.4%, Top-Down 7.7%
- #2 Twell
96% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2023
Dev: Lucas RobPub: Lucas Rob Holding B.V.
Windows
This adventure is about you waking up in this world named Twell. The only thing you can do now is explore what this world has to offer. Explore 8 unique dungeons, discover many secrets and visit many locations.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Adventure 14%, Action RPG 13.2%, Nonlinear 9.1%, Exploration 9.1%
- #3 An Automaton's Journey
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Xyros GamesPub: holo Indie
Windows
Play as the ancient automaton Cecilia Immergreen as you explore the world for secrets, solve puzzles, delve into dungeons, fight other Hololive members as powerful bosses, help other members with side quests, and find powerful items to explore previously unavailable locations.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, Action RPG 19.3%, Exploration 11.4%, Top-Down 11.2%, Action-Adventure 9.7%
- #4 Our Metal Bowl
95% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: Intrugli Games
Windows · Linux
Explore a broken world. Fight with a silent machine. Solve puzzles that break the rules. The game has already begun, even on this page.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Nonlinear 20%, Exploration 12.1%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Action RPG 8%
- #5 Dusted Dusk
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: D.X.
Windows
Embark on a journey into a dark, fantasy world, wielding a host of weapons, sub-weapons, skills, and spells, to battle demonic entities in this immersive, true-to-form, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.7%, Action RPG 18.3%, Exploration 11.5%, Adventure 8.2%, Action-Adventure 8%
- #6 Terry Tales
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ansimuz Games
Windows · Mac
A retro-inspired 2D action-adventure where exploration, combat, and classic pixel art come together in a mysterious interconnected world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Action RPG 23%, Adventure 15.8%, Exploration 12.6%, Action 5.5%
- #7 Old Ninja : UnderWorld
93% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Waterfall Studio
Windows
Old Ninja: Underworld is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania action game where an aging ninja explores a chaotic underground world. Battle through a bizarre mix of enemies with no apparent connection, strengthen your ninja, and challenge the boss lurking deep below.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.5%, Action RPG 15.2%, Adventure 12.4%, Exploration 8.3%, Action 8.3%
- #8 Scales
92% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MichaelDamianPub: Independent Developer
Windows
Scales is a story-driven action-adventure RPG about a human-reptile hybrid. Players devour reptiles to absorb their DNA, and evolve through a corrupt world, where player choices ultimately determine the outcome of the story, blending combat with a darkly comedic narrative.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Action RPG 23%, Adventure 10%, Top-Down 9.3%, Action-Adventure 8.5%
- #9 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
91% matchVery Positive96% of 241 reviews2025
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.9%, Adventure 12.7%, Exploration 11.6%, Nonlinear 10.7%, Action-Adventure 7.3%
- #10 House of Shadow
91% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: High Clarity Games
Windows
House of Shadow is an action-adventure metroidvania wherein you wield the powers of darkness! Explore, traverse obstacles, battle monsters born of light, slay fearsome bosses, and claim the Shadow Throne!
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, Nonlinear 19.4%, Exploration 10.9%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Adventure 9.2%
- #11 Relive
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dylan Losee
Windows
Relive is a dark yet hopeful action-adventure where you create new plant growth with every step, transform the remains of fallen foes to amplify your magical powers, and overcome deadly challenges to transform the world around you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, Nonlinear 18.2%, Action RPG 14.1%, Exploration 8.5%, Top-Down 8.5%
- #12 Shadow of Aya
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Incoming Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master the elements of poison, fire, ice, and meteorite in Shadow of Aya, a top-down action-adventure ode to the 8-bit classics. But beware—as your powers grow, so do the forces against you. The journey downward is choked with shadow, and the creatures who lurk among them.
Why similar: Action RPG 26.5%, Nonlinear 20.9%, Exploration 12.8%, Adventure 12%, Top-Down 10.8%
- #13 Twinland
89% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Kaiju Sushi
Windows
Twinland is a Metroidvania set in a kingdom full of weird creatures, dangerous dungeons and powerful artifacts. Explore varied locations, fight numerous bosses – and be on lookout for secrets 'cause they are everywhere!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Nonlinear 19.7%, Action RPG 19.5%, Exploration 8%, Adventure 7.9%
- #14 A Song in Elyel Nalore
88% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Sunflower Games
Windows
"A Song in Elyel Nalore" is a 2D Metroidvania adventure set in a world of swords and magic. Accept a dangerous guild mission that leads you into a deadly journey. Explore vast landscapes, uncover hidden secrets, and face tough challenges in this dark fantasy action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.7%, Action RPG 23.1%, Adventure 12.4%, Exploration 7.5%, Action 6.2%
- #15 Teratale: Tide of Wishes
87% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ManafishGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Travel with your mysterious partner Tupa, fight powerful monsters, discover treasures and secrets scattered around the world, and uncover the truth of the world, Tupa and yourself with the help of the tide of wishes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Action RPG 22.2%, Adventure 15.3%, Action 8.9%, Exploration 8.8%
- #16 Buffet Knight - Decadent Full Course
86% matchPositive98% of 45 reviews2025
Dev: Nowis-337 GamesPub: KOMODO
Windows
Eat everything. Grow stronger. Save the Gourmet Kingdom. A charming action-adventure where you devour foes, solve clever dungeon puzzles, and battle monstrous bosses in a whimsical, food-filled world. Find the five Divine Spices and save the Gourmet Kingdom from the Demon Chef!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Nonlinear 18.4%, Action RPG 15.5%, Exploration 8.5%, Adventure 8.2%
- #17 Filiy Eclipse
85% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Muramasa Fudo
Windows
Filiy Eclipse is an exploration action RPG that explores a mysterious world.Explore the surface, underground and sky of the star to discover what happened aboard it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.5%, Action RPG 23.1%, Adventure 11.6%, Action 6.6%, Exploration 5.9%
- #18 Amo
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ryoshitsude
Windows
Amo is a top-down metroidvania, where a lost dog, Amo, gets stranded on an island. Explore the vast environments, fight through the enemies of the past, and solve the many mysteries that the island holds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.1%, Adventure 12.6%, Top-Down 12.4%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Action 4.6%
- #19 Dreamdawn
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Custodio Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore surreal landscapes where dreams and reality intertwine. Battle manifestations of fear, uncover the secrets of an interconnected world, and awaken the truth buried within a fading mind in Dreamdawn, a mysterious top-down action-adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Action RPG 22.1%, Exploration 12.1%, Adventure 8.5%, Action-Adventure 6.8%
- #20 Elementallis
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AnKae GamesPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Top-down action-adventure with elemental magic gameplay. Guided by guilt, you embark on a journey to restore the elements in a dying world. Harness and master elemental powers to fight enemies, solve puzzles, and explore a vast world filled with ancient temples.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Action RPG 21.8%, Top-Down 11%, Exploration 10.2%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
- #21 Dust to Dust
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Unlimited Spoons
Windows
Fight for your afterlife in DUST TO DUST! As a ghost on the run in a specter research facility, dash through interconnected levels, befriend the psychic Matthias, and take control of his body and powers to break down hostile coalesced creatures and wipe them out once and for all.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.5%, Action RPG 13.5%, Top-Down 10.7%, Adventure 9.9%, Exploration 9.4%
- #22 Cryselts
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: B3N Games Studio
Windows · Mac
Cryselts is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania focused on exploration, modular suits, and ranged combat, set in a hostile world corrupted by a mutagenic threat. Join the Cryselts, an elite task force designed to protect the planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Nonlinear 19.1%, Exploration 12.8%, Adventure 8%, Action-Adventure 7.6%
- #23 PATHFINDER 08
82% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: THIAGO COSTA MENDES
Windows
Pathfinder 08 is a fun and challenging adventure. It is a platform game with a focus on exploration and retro inspiration with some RPG elements.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.1%, Nonlinear 14%, Exploration 12.3%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Adventure 9.4%
- #24 GoldFish Brain
82% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2020
Dev: WEIPub: IRON LIVER
Windows
Goldfish Brain is a 2D scrolling platform action game . It adopts a Metroidvania-like design. You need to explore maps and find various ability items to strengthen yourself and break through more challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.8%, Action RPG 17.4%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Adventure 9%, Action 4.5%
- #25 Limos' Lair
81% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Oleg Fedotov
Windows · Mac · Linux
In this Action-Puzzle Metroidvania, you will explore the lair of a long-gone mythical creature and unravel its mysteries. Consume enemies to gain their abilities, use your frog-like tongue to grapple and fight, explore the land, solve puzzles, find secrets, and complete challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.3%, Top-Down 12.2%, Exploration 12.1%, Adventure 8.3%, Action-Adventure 7.4%
- #26 Legendary Knight
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WebsatGame
Windows
Prepare for a brutal metroidvania where a legendary knight battles monsters to save his land. Explore dangerous labyrinths and castles, fight enemies, and craft powerful gear with the help of the Mage, Alchemist, and Treasure Hunter. Ready for epic adventures?
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.2%, Nonlinear 20.2%, Adventure 8.1%, Action-Adventure 6.2%, Open World 5.1%
- #27 Crypt Custodian
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,759 reviews2024
Dev: Kyle Thompson
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Crypt Custodian is a charming metroidvania about cleaning up the afterlife. Play as Pluto - a mischievous cat who has died, and is sentenced to be the afterworld's janitor... FOREVER! Hang out with other doomed ghosts, battle beasts, and explore a vastly expansive landscape.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Nonlinear 16.5%, Action RPG 15.6%, Exploration 10.2%, Adventure 8.7%
- #28 The Spectral Web: Hitodama
79% matchPositive100% of 24 reviews2023
Dev: Aevin Abstract
Windows · Linux
Explore a Labyrinth full of magic, monsters, and mystery in this dungeon crawler inspired by retro classics. Wield unique spells to battle enemies, break blocks, and uncover hundreds of secrets hidden within the Labyrinth's walls.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.6%, Action RPG 16%, Top-Down 13.1%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Adventure 9.9%
- #29 Lightwood
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Unfixed Brain
Windows
Lightwood is an immersive semi-open world Metroidvania. Master your skills and fight magnificent Lords as you unravel the ancient mysteries behind the kingdom's decay.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42%, Nonlinear 25.7%, Exploration 9.1%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Adventure 7.4%
- #30 Quarion
76% matchVery Positive94% of 149 reviews2025
Dev: ZejoantPub: Bootleg Bytes
Windows · Linux
A short 2D pixel-style metroidvania where you explore, fight bosses, aquire items and abilities and find secrets. Inspired by games such as You Have to Win the Game and VVVVVV.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.8%, Nonlinear 28.9%, Exploration 11.4%, Adventure 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 3.8%
- #31 Skjoldur Story
78% matchPositive82% of 34 reviews2021
Dev: Snoozing Pixel LLC
Windows
In this lighthearted pastoral adventure, explore a vast and whimsical world, confronting dangers in whichever order you choose using nothing but a magical shield.
Why similar: Nonlinear 18.7%, Action RPG 14.3%, Metroidvania 10.4%, Adventure 9.5%, Open World 9%
- #32 Earthblade
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Extremely OK Games, Ltd.
Windows
You are Névoa, an enigmatic child of Fate returning at long last to Earth, in this explor-action platformer from the creators of Celeste. Earthblade's lush pixel art world offers seamless exploration, challenging combat, and countless mysteries to pick apart.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, Action RPG 18.6%, Exploration 12.1%, Action-Adventure 6.7%, Open World 6%
- #33 Key Fairy
75% matchPositive100% of 41 reviews2026
Dev: Owl Machine
Windows
A hand-drawn, pacifist, folkloric, bullet-hell. Grapple and dance around monsters to collect their shattered stars, weave your way through twisting paths, encounter strange folk, uncover ancient magic, and evade forgotten gods in this frenetic 2D action-adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Nonlinear 19.7%, Action RPG 18.2%, Exploration 9.7%, Top-Down 8.9%
- #34 Master Key
75% matchVery Positive92% of 262 reviews2024
Dev: Achromi
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master Key is a top-down adventure game with a strong focus on item-based exploration and secrets. Embark on a journey to discover what that key could be used for and meet colorful characters!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Nonlinear 17.4%, Exploration 9.5%, Top-Down 8.1%, Adventure 7.4%
- #35 Legend of a Soul Hunter
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Micha Schmid
Windows
Legend of a Soul Hunter is an action-adventure game with RPG elements. Explore islands and many individual dungeons by ship. Get items with different abilities, defeat monsters and become a successful soul hunter!
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, Action RPG 22.8%, Exploration 12.2%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Open World 8%
- #36 Lost Boy : Lost Island
77% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: GulfPearl
Windows
Boy lost in island and need to look for anyone alive and his mother and need to survive.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, Action RPG 25.9%, Adventure 17.6%, Action 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9.1%
- #37 Museful
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nostalgicat
Windows
Museful is a colour-fuelled 2D Metroidvania. Paint your surroundings as a little lizard exploring a huge hand-crafted world, and restore emotion to a monochrome continent as you discover your true colours.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.2%, Nonlinear 15.7%, Adventure 11.3%, Exploration 9.2%, Action-Adventure 8.5%
- #38 Behind The Kingdom
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Michael Gamble
Windows · Mac
A nonlinear exploration-action game set in a fantastical, lush fantasy world with a huge interconnected map, tons of movement upgrades, character customizations, and vibrant pixel art.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.5%, Nonlinear 30.2%, Adventure 7.1%, Exploration 6.2%, Open World 6%
- #39 地府行记
73% matchMixed45% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: 地府开发商
Windows
In this game, you'll take on the role of a Taoist priest who traverses through the mysterious world of the afterlife in order to find his missing wife. They explore seven distinct realms, combat with various monsters, collect items, unlock new spells, unveil the truth behind the entire event.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.5%, Action RPG 14.4%, Adventure 13.4%, Action 7.8%, Action-Adventure 7.3%
- #40 The Castle Of Xanxillia
74% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: GulfPearl
Windows
The Castle of Xanxillia is an immersive side-scroller action RPG that captures the Metroidvania genre. Play as Leonel, searching for his brother, Lenoel, in the treacherous Castle , ruled by a Dark Lord and corrupt Bishop. Navigate dangerous areas and battle enemies to save Lenoel from evil.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.5%, Nonlinear 26.3%, Action RPG 18.2%, Adventure 8.8%, Action 4.8%
- #41 Destroy the Wall
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kingsnake Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
2D metroidvania action with a unique control scheme. Forever chase and protect your cursor--but don't ever touch it. Explore the mysterious Forsaken World, navigate through its decay, and learn to fight in a completely new way. Persevere and destroy the Wall that's always been holding you back.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, Action RPG 27.9%, Exploration 11.7%, Nonlinear 11.2%, Action 6.7%
- #42 BirdKnight
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GhostFoxCreative
Windows
In a dying world dominated by machines, use the powers of nature to explore a diverse landscape and devastate your foes in this action-driven metroidvania. As humanity's last hope, the BirdKnight must learn the truth behind the mysterious Heart of the World and restore life to the land.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.3%, Action RPG 19.5%, Nonlinear 14.6%, Exploration 9.2%, Adventure 6%
- #43 Eystrandi
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Leiksmidr studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Battle powerful monsters, discover ancient artifacts, and forge your own path in Eystrandi, a 2D, Norse - inspired Metroidvania in which health is constantly draining, with the only thing between life and death being one's ability to reap health from their enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.4%, Nonlinear 10.8%, Adventure 10.5%, Action-Adventure 6.6%, Exploration 5.3%
- #44 Whim
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pixel Stonk
Windows
On the surface, a 2D platformer right out of the '80s video game playbook. The eponymous Whim walks and jumps his way through static rooms, avoiding the baddies and other hazards, and collecting various items. But this game is so much more than that...
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.4%, Nonlinear 21.9%, Exploration 11%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, Open World 6.6%
- #45 Silvercall
69% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: CUNX
Windows · Mac
Silvercall – A retro action-platformer RPG. Play as an amnesiac adventurer, battling through perilous terrain and collecting Memory Crystals to uncover your past and your lover's dark transformation into the "Saintess".
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.7%, Action RPG 19.6%, Adventure 11.5%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Action 5.9%
- #46 Irang
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: BREMEN
Windows
Under the tyranny of the four-throated, magic collapsed and darkness fell. Irang embarks on a journey to find her missing family and uncover her birth's secret. In a Metroidvania-style adventure, she explores a decayed world, enhances envoy powers, and aims to restore the lost light.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, Action RPG 22%, Adventure 9.4%, Nonlinear 9.3%, Exploration 8.9%
- #47 Dreadstone - The Immortal Prisoner
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tortuga Software
Windows
Dreadstone – The Immortal Prisoner is an upcoming indie 2D Metroidvania platformer. Especially important to us are the game elements “looting” and “leveling“. The goal is to create a combination of our favorite games.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.9%, Action RPG 21.4%, Adventure 17.5%, Action-Adventure 6.8%, Action 5.2%
- #48 AlterMage
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: AlterTech
Windows
Explore a vast island citadel as an agile mage in a first-person spell-slinging sword-swinging metroidvania!
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.9%, Action RPG 21.8%, Exploration 10.8%, Nonlinear 8.2%, Open World 7.9%
- #49 Book Quest
70% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: Nerd GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Book Quest is an action adventure RPG presented in retro pixel art style featuring cinematic cutscenes and dialogue. Throughout this medieval fantasy, gameplay alternates between top-down and side-scrolling perspectives.
Why similar: Action RPG 34%, Exploration 15.3%, Top-Down 13.9%, Adventure 12.1%, Action-Adventure 10.7%
- #50 The Forbidden Forest
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stone Studios
Windows
Jump, dash, and climb through a vibrant wilderness as three playable characters in this action-adventure metroidvania. Explore a sprawling interconnected map, master unique abilities, and face powerful foes, all while uncovering the mysteries of this war-stricken world and one special cub.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.8%, Nonlinear 20.8%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Adventure 7.3%, Open World 4.8%
- #51 Elowyn and the Stolen Souls
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dream Stories
Windows · Mac · Linux
Enter the magic world of Elowyn! Evolve with her and discover all the secrets to magic in this metroidvania with incredible characters and scenary. Learn powerful spells, create potions, unravel many riddles and live the entire fantasy!
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.3%, Action RPG 21.9%, Exploration 12.4%, Adventure 7.6%, Open World 6.4%
- #52 Fevercide
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Redblack Spade
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fevercide is a metroidvania with elements of horror and adventure games. Join Sandra as she explores the stately cities of a Russian Empire that never fell. Solve puzzles, fight with monsters, and face the demons from her past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Action RPG 23.1%, Adventure 10.6%, Exploration 10.3%, Action-Adventure 8.7%
- #53 Ubirajara
71% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: WandersonPub: Grupo ODS
Windows
Come discover a world full of Brazilian cultural personalities, with several exclusive powers to be used strategically, play win and try to be the best by entering the world rank!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Adventure 18.5%, Nonlinear 14.9%, Exploration 12%, Action-Adventure 10.2%
- #54 forma.8
71% matchVery Positive82% of 57 reviews2017
Dev: MixedBag Srl
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%
forma.8 is a unique take on the proven Metroidvania action-adventure formula, with a striking visual style and a huge world to explore.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.9%, Adventure 17.3%, Exploration 15.1%, Open World 9.7%, Action 9.5%
- #55 Chegra: The Lost Recipe
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ciderheart Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Uncle Che! Explore a vibrant 2D world, battle whimsical enemies, and uncover secrets to retrieve the stolen ingredients and save the recipe for legendary bread in this charming Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.6%, Nonlinear 21.9%, Exploration 12.8%, Adventure 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%
- #56 Blessing Part I
66% matchPositive93% of 40 reviews2025
Dev: 故障幽灵
Windows
Blessing Part I is a 2D pixel style horizontal board action adventure game. Players will take on the role of a swordsman 'Luo' who lost everything in the past and embarks on revenge alone. With only a large sword and flesh and blood, they will fight against the twisted creatures in the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.1%, Action RPG 23%, Adventure 8.6%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Action 5.8%
- #57 Nyana
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OrionGames Inc
Windows
Join Nyana on her quest to both shatter the chains that have shackled her people and rebuild their society back up from the brink of extinction. Nyana is a story rich metroidvania set in an oppressive, yet beautifully hand-drawn world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.3%, Adventure 19.5%, Action 11.3%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Open World 6%
- #58 Iron Diamond
66% matchVery Positive89% of 55 reviews2024
Dev: North Folk Studios
Windows
Explore the mysterious island of Kindara in this vibrant 2D action-adventure. Fight and platform your way through jungles, icy peaks, castles, and crystal caverns in a non-linear interconnected world. Adventure awaits!
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.1%, Nonlinear 24.7%, Exploration 11.4%, Adventure 8.3%, Action-Adventure 6.5%
- #59 Runic Curse Remastered
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Alexey Suslin
Windows
Runic Curse Remastered is a thrilling action RPG Metroidvania that transports you to a cursed island. Explore dark and diverse locations, battle hordes of enemies and mighty bosses. Forge your own playstyle by combining various weapons with magical runes to overcome all challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.7%, Nonlinear 13.1%, Action RPG 12.4%, Adventure 11.2%, Exploration 7.2%
- #60 Educe
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tristen MacPherson
Windows · Mac
Educe is a 2D pixel art "Metroidbrainia" puzzle game where the world is your blueprint. Physically rearrange the screens of a forgotten laboratory to navigate a sprawling, non-linear maze. With no combat and a focus on logic, you must shift the environment itself to educe the path forward.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61.5%, Adventure 16.9%, Exploration 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%